At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and deliver food while ensuring top-notch hygiene and safety standards.
- Company: Join the Victoria Clinic, a leading private psychiatric facility in Prahran.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible shifts, professional development, and discounted health insurance.
- Other info: Be part of a caring team dedicated to high-quality patient care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working in a supportive community.
- Qualifications: Experience in healthcare food services and ability to work both independently and in a team.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Are you a friendly and enthusiastic individual seeking a rewarding career?
- Great Location - close to public transport
- Casual roles - shifts over 7-day period (with scope to become permanent)
- Brand new facility
About the role:
The Victoria Clinic is looking to employ Food Services/Catering Assistants to join their busy department on a casual basis to assist in supporting the healthcare to our patients. The shift times are on a flexible rotating basis.
As a Food Services Assistant your responsibilities will include:
- Preparation and delivery of food in accordance with Food Safety Program (FSP)
- Monitor and accurately record food and machine temperatures
- Clean and maintain utensils and kitchen equipment in accordance with hospital & industry food safety and hygiene standards
Selection Criteria:
- Authority to work in Australia
- Prior experience in Healthcare Food Services
- Basic computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to work without supervision as well as a part of a team
- Flexible to work a variety of shifts - early/late shifts & weekend work
- Well presented
- Adaptable to change
Why Healthscope:
You become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.
You'll also benefit from:
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
- Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together. Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 19th November 2026
Only NEW CANDIDATES will be considered. Please DO NOT resend your details if you have previously applied for the same position.
More Information:
Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
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